Explore the Family Name Sokalski
The meaning of Sokalski
Polish: habitational name for someone from Sokal in Lviv Oblast, Ukraine, close to the Polish-Ukrainian border. Some characteristic forenames: Polish Mieczyslaw, Ryszard, Tadeusz.
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How common is the last name Sokalski in the United States?
The surname Sokalski, based on data from the Decennial U.S. Census, has seen a slight decrease in popularity over the years. In 2000, Sokalski was ranked 68,973 in popularity with a count of 266 appearances per 100,000 people. By 2010, it had slipped to rank 71,478 with only 273 appearances per 100,000 people, marking a decline of 3.63% and an increase in count by 2.63%. This indicates a minor fluctuation in popularity over this decade.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #68,973 | #71,478 | -3.63% |
| Count | 266 | 273 | 2.63% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.1 | 0.09 | -10% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Sokalski
In terms of ethnic identity, the Decennial U.S. Census data shows interesting shifts within the population bearing the surname Sokalski. In 2000, around 95.49% of the Sokalskis identified as White, while no individuals identified as Asian/Pacific Islander, Two or more races, Hispanic, Black or American Indian and Alaskan Native. However, by 2010, there were noticeable changes. The percentage of Whites had decreased slightly to 92.31%, whereas new groups emerged. Individuals identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander made up 2.20% of the Sokalskis and those identifying as Two or more races accounted for 1.83%. The Hispanic representation also rose to 2.93%. Still, no Sokalskis identified as Black or American Indian and Alaskan Native during this period.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 95.49% | 92.31% | -3.33% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 2.93% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 2.2% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 1.83% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |